glp-1 approved for pediatrics Atlanta Pediatric Weight Loss: Physician-Led Care Kids & Teens GLP-1 receptor agonists for the

The focus is GLP-1s because thats whats really driving much of this, Hertig said

Important cautions: Personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2: GLP-1s are contraindicated History of pancreatitis: Discuss risks carefully with your doctor Gallbladder issues: GLP-1s may increase gallstone risk Severe gastrointestinal disease: May worsen symptoms Pregnancy plans: Not recommended if youre trying to conceive Can GLP-1 mess with hormones? GLP-1s arent hormone therapy

Whats not included: Lab work (if your provider decides blood work is necessary, you pay separately)

Kidney Protection Starts Earlier and Runs Deeper Chronic kidney disease guidance now emphasizes: Earlier initiation of SGLT2 inhibitors Consideration of simultaneous SGLT2 inhibitor and nsMRA therapy Careful potassium and eGFR monitoring Continued use of GLP-1based therapies even in advanced CKD or dialysis Kidney protection no longer waits for advanced disease